2007 Hyundai Azera vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Hyundai Azera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Hyundai Azera would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Azera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Azera (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Azera weights approximately 215 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Azera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Hyundai Azera (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Azera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Azera | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Hyundai | Suzuki |
Model | Azera | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 348 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |